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PROTEST. Advocates for abortion rights protest in nearby Reno, Nevada in 2021. The response to the reinstated Arizona ban from pro-choice politicians has been strong, and there have been multiple attempts in the last few days to repeal the ban, primarily led by the minority democratic party of the Arizona House. However, these attempts have been unsuccessful. (Public Domain Image)
Arizona Supreme Court reinstates 1864 abortion ban
April 18, 2024
IN CELEBRATION. Intricate henna designs are on the hands of Amir Dahm’s family. “Henna (Mehndi) is done commonly for big events like weddings or Eid,” Dahm said. (Submitted Photo: Amir Dahm)
Muslim students share the meaning of Eid al-Fitr
April 10, 2024
SUSTAINING SPA. After implementing Meatless Wednesday, the Upper School Council (USC) moves towards planning Earth Week. USC members raise their hands to volunteer to run various stations and activities throughout the week.
USC launches Meatless Wednesdays to reduce carbon emissions
April 9, 2024
FLOWERS FROM THE HEART. Senior Ingrid Johnson adds a decorative outline dotted with flowers to her letter.
CAS hosts Service Night to bring community together for a cause
April 8, 2024
ECLIPSE. A solar eclipse is a rare event in which the moon is between Earth and the Sun, blocking the view of the sun. In other parts of the United States, the view of the Sun will be totally blocked, constituting whats called a total eclipse. A total eclipse is a completely different event that is another level of coolness. So if they [the students] have that chance, they should absolutely take the chance to see a total eclipse if they ever can. The next one in Minnesota will be the year 2099, Astronomy and Planetary Science teacher Joseph Martin said.
Solar eclipse on the horizon: what you need to know
April 7, 2024
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
April 16, 2024
BREAK FREE from your devices and cut your screen time down to better engage with your surroundings.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Put down the phone
April 16, 2024
TAKE THE LEAP and try new things in all personal endeavors
To break habits, dare to fail at something new
April 11, 2024
SIMPLE SUSTAINABILITY. Resist greenwashing and opt for life choices that make the most minimal impact on the environment, such as using a reusable water bottle or using public transportation.
Want to go green? Think smaller.
April 9, 2024
TRUTH AND TRUST. Self-love leads to healthier relationships with others. Loving oneself means setting healthy boundaries, practicing self-compassion, and engaging in actions that contribute to personal growth and well-being, Martin writes.
Love for self sustains love for others
March 15, 2024
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
Smartphones as useful tools, not addictive menaces
April 16, 2024
BREAK FREE from your devices and cut your screen time down to better engage with your surroundings.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Put down the phone
April 16, 2024
START CLEANING using different important aspects of relationships to properly evaluate connections.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Spring clean your relationships
March 14, 2024
MISSING IN ACTION. Nowadays, disengaging from social obligations is easier than ever before. Societal norms in the post-pandemic era have shifted, and for many, socialization is no longer an easy, casual routine. Reengagement, both in and outside of school, is crucial to rebuilding a sense of community.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Made plans? Be there.
March 13, 2024
EXPLORE BLACK HISTORY MONTH and discover different paths to take for community engagement.
[STAFF EDITORIAL] Black History Month: go beyond history
February 27, 2024
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment.
[FREE SPIRIT] U.S. should employ harsher online restrictions regarding free speech
March 12, 2024
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment.
[FREE SPIRIT] Claudine Gay’s controversy pits free speech against morality
February 12, 2024
POWER WITH PARAMETERS. Students should exercise their right to assemble while understanding the boundaries of what is protected by the Constitution.
[FREE SPIRIT] Diving deep into the right to assemble
December 1, 2023
LIFE IMITATES ART is a monthly arts opinion column written by The Rubicon opinions editor Eliza Farley. (Illustration created using Adobe Express)
[LIFE/ART] In the music industry, it seems, it’s the year of the female
November 3, 2023
FIVE FREEDOMS. The First Amendment of the Constitution lays out five essential freedoms for American citizens. Over the summer, co-Editor in Chief Orion Kim dove deep into the nuances of the Amendment. “Reporters might be able to cover content freely, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t respect the people they’re covering,” Kim wrote.
[FREE SPIRIT] First Amendment freedoms let citizens determine morality of their expression
October 6, 2023
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
There are healthier ways to find value in life than thinking about death
December 5, 2023
No longer a bystander
No longer a bystander
November 29, 2023
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
Bring more awareness to seasonal depression
November 4, 2023
Community time worth more than passing time
Community time worth more than passing time
October 5, 2023
An adjunct to an adjunct professors disjunction
An adjunct to an adjunct professor’s disjunction
February 18, 2023
DIAGNOSIS. Emily Weinstock-Collins smiles right before undergoing surgery to diagnose endometriosis. “It was very surprising because I always thought, if I got sick, I would always get better…By the time I got my diagnosis, it was not very surprising because I knew something was wrong. Ive just been waiting a really long time for [answers],” Weinstock-Collins said. Submitted by Emily Weinstock-Collins
Weinstock-Collins’s journey through chronic illness: from symptoms to diagnosis
April 18, 2024
SLEEPYTIME. Senior Bridget Keel runs the @spartans_caught_sleeping account on Instagram, posting pictures of students napping or laying down around the SPA campus. As she runs the account, she is careful to abide by SPAs rules on photographing and posting students images online, and requires explicit consent from the students in the photos before posting. (Screenshot from Instagram)
Student-ran Instagram accounts ties SPA community together through creative posts
April 12, 2024
WHOS THAT? Many are familiar with spaces on campus like Redleaf Commons or the Schilling Center, but few know the stories of the people they are named after. These people are alumni, entrepreneurs and change-makers of all kinds.
[WHAT’S IN A NAME] Lasting legacies: the people behind SPA’s named spaces
April 10, 2024
WALKING ROUTES. Walking for an hour daily can boost step counts by 6,000. Sophomore Annalise Atkinson does not track her steps, but estimates she gets around 8,000 per day. “I wish I got more steps every day…I’d like to go for more walks,” she said. (Fair use image: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources)
Walk the walk: phone apps make it easy to track steps
April 9, 2024
LETS GROW. The Gardening Club has been flying under the radar since its founding last year, but the leaders hope to make the club more active with new initiatives like a campus garden.
Gardening Club hopes for growth this spring
April 3, 2024
COWBOY CARTER. With the release of her latest album on March 29, Beyoncé has demonstrated that she can produce music across genres and proved that Black artists belong in country music just as much as white artists. (Fair use image: @beyonce on Instagram)
Beyoncé shows that Black artists can be cowboys, too
April 11, 2024
PLAYING WITH TEXTURE. Hejny demonstrates the rough texture on her 18-foot-tall commissioned painting from the salt added to the paint.
Local artist Annie Irene Hejny finds inspiration in nature
April 3, 2024
LOCAL BOOKSTORE. Red Balloon is a great place to find some new books to read and support the neighborhood.
[AROUND TOWN] Red Balloon Bookshop serves the community with literature
March 17, 2024
STOIC AND MYSTERIOUS. Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy) pushes his hat over his face in an intense monochromatic scene.
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Oppenheimer features impeccable cinematography, world-class direction, award-worthy acting
March 10, 2024
SPEAKING WITH THEIR EYES. Greta Lee (Nora Moon) and Teo Yoo (Hae Sung) do a spectcular job of conveying their emotions from their body language and expressions. (Screenshot from offical Past Lives trailer)
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Past Lives explores unrequited love in its simple, yet profound plot
March 9, 2024
STOIC AND MYSTERIOUS. Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy) pushes his hat over his face in an intense monochromatic scene.
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Oppenheimer features impeccable cinematography, world-class direction, award-worthy acting
March 10, 2024
SPEAKING WITH THEIR EYES. Greta Lee (Nora Moon) and Teo Yoo (Hae Sung) do a spectcular job of conveying their emotions from their body language and expressions. (Screenshot from offical Past Lives trailer)
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] Past Lives explores unrequited love in its simple, yet profound plot
March 9, 2024
REALISTIC VILLAINY. The Zone of Interest follows the Höss families day-to-day lives living in a house directly bordering the Auschwitz concentration camp. (Screenshot from The Zone of Interest official trailer)
[COUNTDOWN TO OSCARS] The Zone of Interest shocks with uniquely nuanced approach to the war film
March 8, 2024
HOLIDAY SURPRISE. “I dont think Ive ever had a real family Christmas like this before,” says Angus Tully, a flawed but promising student at Barton Preparatory School in Massachusetts. Ironically, Angus says this as a Holdover—a student with nowhere to go for winter break. In the scene, Angus is celebrating Christmas with a flawed family—Mary, the Barton cafeteria manager, and Paul Hunham, the history teacher with a checkered past. (Screen capture Holdovers Official Trailer, Focus Films)
[COUNTDOWN TO THE OSCARS] The Holdovers brings unlikely trio together for the holidays
March 8, 2024
Sandra is the suspect of her husbands murder, and their son Daniel is the only witness. The catch is: Daniel is blind.
[COUNTDOWN TO THE OSCARS] Anatomy of a Fall masters anatomy of a film
March 7, 2024
BACKHAND. Senior Baasit Mahmood hits a backhand stroke against the Mahtomedi Zephyrs towards the beginning of the game. The second match went on for more than two hours, with the Spartans losing 3-4.
Boys tennis kicks off season fiercely with three matches in one day
April 17, 2024
LUNGE. Lower school students practice lunging.
Fencing fosters new generation of athletes at lower school
April 12, 2024
SUPERSONIC. Tamari Christopher pitches during a softball game last year. She was a 8th grader.
Softball and girls lacrosse join new co-ops
April 11, 2024
LOCKED IN. Senior Theo Zimmerman, a more experienced player, springs up off the grass with the frisbee in hand after taking a fall.
First Ultimate game unites new and returning players
April 10, 2024
YOUNG LEADER. Freshman Peony Steele is the only Spartan captain from her grade, stepping up as a leader due to the lack of upperclassmen on the girls golf team. (Submitted Photo: Peony Steele)
Steele leads through passion and purpose
April 9, 2024
FIGHT. Feeling the burn, sophomore Maren Overgaard pushes through, making her way to the finish.
State finals wrap up girls cross country season
November 16, 2023
WALL OF STEEL. Junior Madelyn Moser and sophomore Nora McKoy jump up to block a hit.
Dig Pink game raises $8,400 for the Side-Out Foundation
November 16, 2023
APPRECIATION. Senior Amalia Laguna opens gift bags with her fellow senior Spark swimmers.
Amalia Laguna finds her place on the Sparks
November 10, 2023
HEADS UP. Freshman Murphy Miltner spikes the ball and gains the Spartans a point after adjusting to her new offensive position on the team.
Volleyball crushes the Math and Science Dragons
November 4, 2023
CELEBRATION. The entire team storms down the field celebrating Ethan Peltiers winning goal.
Boys soccer advances to state finals in an electrifying match against Holy Family
November 3, 2023
GOOD JOB. Captain Mikkel Rawdon goes in for a hug after freshman John Grimsrud makes his first basket of the game. “It felt good for this one to go in with everyone cheering” Grimsrud said.
Spartans win section semi final, compete in finals tonight
March 15, 2024
EN GARDE. Senior Maik Nguyen gets into position to fence his first round in Junior Mens Épée in the large gym as his friends watches from the sidelines.
SPA hosts fencing state tournament
March 10, 2024
SHARP SHOOTER. Captain Mikkel Rawdon prepares to pass during a game at the Target Center. Rawdon has tallied a high number of points during his two years playing for varsity.
The “trifecta” is completed: Mikkel Rawdon reaches 1,000 points
March 6, 2024
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
How do winter athletes stay healthy?
March 5, 2024
RELAY. Senior Connor Overgaard begins the first leg of the 200 medley relay with backstroke. Im proud of this relay, he said.
Bhargava and Overgaard compete at state following a record-breaking performance at sections
March 3, 2024
BACKHAND. Senior Baasit Mahmood hits a backhand stroke against the Mahtomedi Zephyrs towards the beginning of the game. The second match went on for more than two hours, with the Spartans losing 3-4.
Boys tennis kicks off season fiercely with three matches in one day
April 17, 2024
SUPERSONIC. Tamari Christopher pitches during a softball game last year. She was a 8th grader.
Softball and girls lacrosse join new co-ops
April 11, 2024
LOCKED IN. Senior Theo Zimmerman, a more experienced player, springs up off the grass with the frisbee in hand after taking a fall.
First Ultimate game unites new and returning players
April 10, 2024
YOUNG LEADER. Freshman Peony Steele is the only Spartan captain from her grade, stepping up as a leader due to the lack of upperclassmen on the girls golf team. (Submitted Photo: Peony Steele)
Steele leads through passion and purpose
April 9, 2024
STRIDE. The track and field team practices their different stride styles. Many athletes run different distances, but starting early and practicing a diverse set of running styles sets the athletes up for success in any event. “If you start your good habits early you are less likely to be injured due to poor form,” captain Bridget Keel said.
Track and field captains’ practices bring team together
March 9, 2024
In this podcast, Nora McKoy talks with Opinion Editor Siri Pattison to discuss the story behind creating Now, thats a Wrapped A&E story.
[STORY BEHIND THE STORIES]: Now, that’s a Wrapped” with Siri Pattison
April 18, 2024
DIY: Vision Board
DIY: Vision Board
March 13, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
March 11, 2024
Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
March 5, 2024
[HYPE REEL] Spartans host fencing invitational (Q and A)
[HYPE REEL] Spartans host fencing invitational (Q and A)
March 5, 2024
In this podcast, Nora McKoy talks with Opinion Editor Siri Pattison to discuss the story behind creating Now, thats a Wrapped A&E story.
[STORY BEHIND THE STORIES]: Now, that’s a Wrapped” with Siri Pattison
April 18, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 5 Sydney Zimmerman recalls freshman year at boarding school
March 11, 2024
SING YOUR HEART OUT. Seifert and Kannankutty are part of two seperate choirs under the organization. Both seniors have found joy singing alongside individuals who share the same passion for choral music as them. Its just really beautiful to see so many people dedicated to something that they love, Kannankutty said. (Image via @angelicachoirs on Instagram)
Seifert and Kannankutty find community in Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs
March 2, 2024
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 4 Isaac Broderius talks growing up and nostalgia
[COFFEE WITH CLARA] Ep. 4 Isaac Broderius talks growing up and nostalgia
February 16, 2024
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Top five multimedia stories of 2023
January 18, 2024
DIY: Vision Board
DIY: Vision Board
March 13, 2024
Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
Connection with family and culture through food: Lunar New Year
March 5, 2024
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February 15, 2024
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The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

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The student news of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

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Zekiah Juliusson

Zekiah Juliusson, Opinions Editor

Zekiah Juliusson is the Opinions Editor of Rubiconline and this will be his 4th year on staff. Over the summer he took a fun boundary waters trip and played some soccer. He enjoys playing soccer and frisbee, leading USC and spending time with his dog Snug. Zekiah can be reached at [email protected].

All content by Zekiah Juliusson
Mario and Sonic square up in Super Smash bros

Game Club hosts Super Smash Bros tournament

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
April 27, 2022
Sophomore Rita Li prepares to serve the ball, on a makeshift table.

Ping Pong, new club sport offers a fun time for all experience levels

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
April 16, 2022
Boys Baseball giddys up with country music to enjoy and motivate during hard practices

Boys Baseball giddy’s up with country music to enjoy and motivate during hard practices

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
April 15, 2022
St Paul Academy as it was presented in Thomas Holyokes final presentation drawing of 1914

Through the years: a timeline of St. Paul Academy and Summit School

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
March 18, 2022
Rubicon Sports covers the game with live commentary and insightful statistics.

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Junior Aaron Lindeman dribbles the ball up the court, looking for an open teammate

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Senior Mukeil Rizvi shoots his free throw, as teamates box out

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Captain Gregory Forsberg scores the fast break layup.

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Sophomore Ethan Carter makes his 1st freethrow of the game.

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The crowd goes wild after an impressive basket

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Sophomore Ethan Carter congratulates Captain Charlie Johnson after an impressive and 1

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Senior Brandt Baskerville puts in a difficult layup

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Senior Clarke Baskerville looks for a pass as defenders surround him

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Senior Sam Rawdon dribbles through defenders at a saturday broomball pickup game.

[Q&A] Sam Rawdon talks about the midwestern sport, Broomball

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
March 9, 2022
The playlist uses popular artists like Drake, The Weeknd, and Tyler the Creator to have songs that are recognizable and that everyone loves.

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Trojans get energized with popular, throwback songs

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
March 1, 2022
Ziemer takes on Afton Alps slopes: GoPro footage

Ziemer takes on Afton Alps slopes: GoPro footage

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
February 27, 2022

[INSTAGRAM STORIES] What do you love?

Tommy Verhey, Zekiah Juliusson, and Clara McKoy
February 14, 2022
[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Girls Basketball furthers traditions through classic hiphop songs

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Girls Basketball furthers traditions through classic hiphop songs

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
February 6, 2022
TONS OF TUNES. With so many different music genres of unique styles and characteristics, it is difficult to say that someone has bad music taste. Music that is more popular or played more often on the radio isnt inherently better, and it is important to respect everyones music choices.

[ARTS OPINION] From jazz to rock, there is no such thing as bad music taste

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
February 1, 2022
The Reuben sandwich was salty and tender, with a side of crispy potato chips and a tangy pickle.

[FOOD REVIEW] yum! Kitchen and Bakery serves up sensations in St. Paul

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
January 14, 2022
[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Boys Basketballs playlist brings the heat with popular artists

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Boys Basketball’s playlist brings the heat with popular artists

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
January 13, 2022

The us vs. them mentality of Jan. 6 is still prevelant today

Zekiah Juliusson
January 6, 2022
PLANNING AHEAD. Senior Henry Currie studies in preparation for finals. He finds that it is best to start early and study for small periods of time every day.

How to prevent finals burnout

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
December 8, 2021
ALL ARE WELCOME. The clubs board displays a wide variety of styles and models, inspiring students with different levels of fashion knowledge and interest to see what the club is all about.

Fashion Club promotes sustainable style expression

Eliana Mann, Clara McKoy, and Zekiah Juliusson
November 30, 2021
NEW FENCE: Construction on a fence around the SPA Upper School began Oct. 25 to protect the fields from damage and secure the campus. Head of School Bryn Roberts said, “The fence is something that is thoroughly consistent with what’s at other schools.”

New fence installed to protect athletic fields

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
November 10, 2021
Our playlist has a great mix of classics and new songs that hype the team up before during and after practice, carefully curated by yours truly to represent the interests of the whole team” said Captain Charlie Johnson

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] SMB Wolfpack get pumped with classics and Hip-Hop

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
November 2, 2021
Captain Naci Konar-steenberg congratulates sophomore Sandro Fusco on a great race. Konar-steenberg achieved a personal record of 19:14.5 and placing 46th. He said, That was my last race in high school, and I just feel like I did everything I wanted to do.

[PHOTO STORY] Varsity Cross Country crosses the finish line to end their season in a conference meet

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
November 2, 2021
Senior Sophie Cullen delivers her speech in the Huss Center Auditorium. As she is among the few first speakers of the year, Cullen was determined to send an impactful message to the audience about the academic culture at SPA.

[Q&A] Sophie Cullen gives insight into the senior speech process

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
October 13, 2021
The vinyl cover of 4 of the different songs featured on the playlist.

Volleyball serves up a high-energy, warmup playlist

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
October 10, 2021
Every year, the seniors wear overalls and blue and gold Spartan gear to celebrate Homecoming.

It’s blue and it’s gold; the Homecoming spirit is back and alive

Elle Chen, Zekiah Juliusson, Claire Kim, Annie Bai, Josh Holloway, and Zadie Martin
October 1, 2021
The senior overalls came in all different designs. Some with bandanas, others with flowers.

Seniors create overalls and foster the Spartan spirit

Elle Chen and Zekiah Juliusson
October 1, 2021
The @spartanspirits first instagram post, from Sept. 8.

Judah Thomas uses Instagram to create Spartan Spirit as fans return to games

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
September 24, 2021
Seniors learn from their 9-12 experience and use We have been in your shoes to impart the wisdom theyve gained.

[CLASS OF 22] Seniors give advice on making the grade

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
September 15, 2021
“We use the playlist to get focused and it also helps hype us up so we can have lots of energy in the game,” said Heidi Deuel

[SPOTIFY PLAYLIST] Spartan GVS brings in the wins with hip hop, pop

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
September 14, 2021
Remembering the 20th anniversary of 9/11 with SPA families, faculty and students.

Remembering 9/11 with SPA families

Elle Chen, Ali Browne, Zekiah Juliusson, and Alexandra Cardwell
September 11, 2021
Mckenna Shaw camping on a cold morning by her stove.

Math teacher McKenna Shaw shares her love for everything outdoors

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
September 1, 2021
The Academy Chorale singing a traditional sea shanty.

Spring Showcase celebrates student musicians and singers

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
May 26, 2021
Griffin Moore after winning the world championship for his division.

[10 QUESTIONS] Moore talks dedication and love of equestrian saddleseat

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
May 12, 2021
Sophomores Ruby and Mimi showing their campaign poster in the hallways. We decided to use instagram because we knew we could reach more people, such as incoming 8th graders who we might not know, the community and friends outside of SPA really rallied around us to support our campaign said Huelster.

Campaigning officers use social media to grab voters attention

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
May 10, 2021
Junior Harry Mahmic hitting the ball back.

[PHOTO STORY] Boys Tennis falls 0-7 against rivals Blake

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
May 3, 2021
Insley Graupman lands her long jump.

[10 QUESTIONS] Graupman racks her love for Track and Field

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
May 1, 2021
The 13th showed the story of racial inequalities in the U.S., and how the history of the country has shaped race relations today.

[DOCUMENTARY REVIEW] The 13th reviews the history of African American incarceration

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
April 18, 2021
Climate activists in front of Chase Bank protesting against black their financing of the Enbridge company.

MN 350 speakers talk about Line 3 Pipeline and racial disparities

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
March 10, 2021
This is a photo of Levi Smetana playing ultimate in 9th grade. Here, he throws the disc around the defender.

[10 QUESTIONS] Smetana catches a love for Ultimate Frisbee

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
March 10, 2021
Junior Julian Duffy telling one of his favorite dad jokes to make his friends laugh.

It’s true: laughter is the best medicine

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
March 2, 2021
Junior Boden Strafelda throwing the baseball.

Baseball captains excited for the upcoming season and captains practices

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
February 17, 2021
This years races this year are a lot shorter because of COVID, the teams from IMAC are split up between two days of races, meaning there are a lot less racers at one time, which means that there they are more low-key where the team is just having a good time supporting each other.

[10 QUESTIONS] Cullen falls for Alpine at “frost” sight

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
February 10, 2021
As soon as we let her out, she rolls in the snow, then begins to eat it. Its kind of odd, but it makes me laugh.

[Photo] Dogs + Snow: We Know

Jonas Bray, Photojournalist
February 6, 2021

[MEME REVIEW] This week’s memes

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
January 29, 2021
What motivates you?

What motivates you?

Elizabeth Trevathan, Tana Ososki, Zekiah Juliusson, and Lynn Reynolds
January 25, 2021
At the sculpture garden, this is one of the sculptures that will capture your eye.

[TOP PICKS] Scenic spots around the Twin Cities

Zekiah Juliusson and Henry Burkhardt
January 21, 2021
Sutton Lillygreen gets up on the block before his swim event.

[10 QUESTIONS] Lillygreen steps up to the starting blocks

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
January 13, 2021
President Elect Joe Biden speaking with attendees at the Presidential Gun Sense Forum hosted by Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action

A Biden Cabinet and Republican Senate would help stabilize the country

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
December 12, 2020
This is Bird in Hand created by LS art teacher Joy Liberman.

Together and Apart virtual gallery showcases teacher art

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
November 30, 2020
Junior Griffin Ziemer rows down the Missippi river with some friends.

[10 QUESTIONS] Ziemer is an aqua-holic for rowing

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
November 19, 2020
On October 29 all classes in the Upper School announced a new tutorial time in class.

New tutorial time lightens student workloads

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
November 12, 2020
Sophomore Aten-Wa Theba fortunately wasnt one of the men who fell off the cliff, however he will remember this scary story forever.

Ghost story turned real

Annika Rock, Alexandra Cardwell, and Zekiah Juliusson
October 26, 2020
Junior Henry Currie just started playing football and is enjoying the start to his first season.

[10 QUESTIONS] Currie joins football in third quarter of high school

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
October 21, 2020
Yung Gravy possess to promote his album, Gasanova, on his official Instagram account, @yunggravy

[ALBUM REVIEW] Yung Gravy brings the heat with new album Gasanova

Zekiah Juliusson and Liv Larsen
October 19, 2020
Soccer, tennis, and cross country will participate in their respective section tournaments in the next few weeks, marking an end to the season.

Section tournament updates, guidelines released by MSHSL

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
October 14, 2020
Senior Michael Bagnoli dribblings the soccer ball around defenders

Boys varsity soccer ties Minnehaha Academy 0-0

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
September 27, 2020
Larson said, One of my favorite things about school soccer is Camp Friendship where before the season the team goes up to the camp for a couple days and trains and bonds. You really create some special memories there.

[10 QUESTIONS] Larson’s a keeper for soccer

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
September 24, 2020

[Video] How to attend school safely

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
September 20, 2020
Many golfers are getting back on the courses

Golf courses opened at a safe distance

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
May 16, 2020
One of the brightly colored cards handed to the staff.

Club spreads positivity with cards to staff

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
April 30, 2020
With the new independences that are gained from becoming an adult, many 18 year olds want to leave home. With COVID-19, those is now unavailable.

Turning 18 during quarantine: stay at home despite wanting adult independence

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
April 27, 2020
People line up to protest holding signs of a better future.

[BEHIND THE SCENES] Climate Strike & SEIU fight for family pay raises

Zekiah Juliusson, RubicOnline
March 1, 2020
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